<p>People around the world take a moment to appreciate our planet in April every year. Earth Day is celebrated with great zeal every year, spreading awareness to protect our environment, encouraging reflection and mindful actions, and believing in a more sustainable future. In 2025, the significance of this global event grow as environmental concerns continue to intensify.</p><p><strong>When is Earth Day 2025?</strong></p><p>Earth Day falls on Tuesday, April 22. The day is celebrated every year on the same date and is marked with events. People across the globe observe this day in different ways. Communities, governments, and schools all come together to celebrate this special day.</p><p><strong>Earth Day 2025 theme: </strong><em><strong>“Our Power, Our Planet”</strong></em></p><p>The focus this year is on a rapid and equitable transition to renewable energy sources. The campaign champions solutions that are accessible to everyone, not just the privileged. Clean energy—from solar and wind to hydro and geothermal—plays a central role in the fight against climate change.</p><p><strong>Earth Day celebrated for the first time</strong></p><p>Earth Day was first observed in the United States in 1970, sparked by national outrage over a major oil spill. Led by Senator Gaylord Nelson, the movement drew over 20 million Americans to raise awareness about pollution and environmental damage. The concept quickly spread to other countries.</p><p><strong>Earth Day went global</strong></p><p>In 1990, Earth Day went truly global, with 200 million people in 141 countries participating in the movement. It paved the way for the 1992 United Nations Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro.</p><p><strong>Largest environmental movement</strong></p><p>Earth Day stands as the world’s largest environmental movement, engaging millions annually in activities like clean-up drives, tree planting, and awareness campaigns.</p><p><strong>Global celebration</strong></p><p>Earth Day is now observed in over 193 countries, making it the world’s largest secular celebration.</p><p><strong>Clear and impactful</strong></p><p>As the global climate crisis intensifies, World Earth Day grows more important each year. It unites millions worldwide, offering a platform to raise awareness and work together on pressing issues like global warming, pollution, and deforestation.</p><p><strong>Popular quotes on Earth Day</strong> </p><p>"<em>The Earth is what we all have in common</em>." <strong>Wendell Berry</strong></p><p>"<em>We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children</em>." <strong>Native American Proverb</strong></p><p>"<em>One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between man and nature shall not be broken</em>." <strong>Leo Tolstoy</strong></p><p>"<em>The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share</em>." <strong>Lady Bird Johnson</strong></p><p>"<em>What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another</em>." <strong>Mahatma Gandhi</strong></p><p>“<em>At GHCL, our green energy transition is central to our strategy. By 2030, we aim to reduce carbon emissions by 30%, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable manufacturing and renewable energy. We believe industrial growth must align with environmental responsibility." </em><strong>RS Jalan, MD, GHCL</strong></p>
<p>People around the world take a moment to appreciate our planet in April every year. Earth Day is celebrated with great zeal every year, spreading awareness to protect our environment, encouraging reflection and mindful actions, and believing in a more sustainable future. In 2025, the significance of this global event grow as environmental concerns continue to intensify.</p><p><strong>When is Earth Day 2025?</strong></p><p>Earth Day falls on Tuesday, April 22. The day is celebrated every year on the same date and is marked with events. People across the globe observe this day in different ways. Communities, governments, and schools all come together to celebrate this special day.</p><p><strong>Earth Day 2025 theme: </strong><em><strong>“Our Power, Our Planet”</strong></em></p><p>The focus this year is on a rapid and equitable transition to renewable energy sources. The campaign champions solutions that are accessible to everyone, not just the privileged. Clean energy—from solar and wind to hydro and geothermal—plays a central role in the fight against climate change.</p><p><strong>Earth Day celebrated for the first time</strong></p><p>Earth Day was first observed in the United States in 1970, sparked by national outrage over a major oil spill. Led by Senator Gaylord Nelson, the movement drew over 20 million Americans to raise awareness about pollution and environmental damage. The concept quickly spread to other countries.</p><p><strong>Earth Day went global</strong></p><p>In 1990, Earth Day went truly global, with 200 million people in 141 countries participating in the movement. It paved the way for the 1992 United Nations Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro.</p><p><strong>Largest environmental movement</strong></p><p>Earth Day stands as the world’s largest environmental movement, engaging millions annually in activities like clean-up drives, tree planting, and awareness campaigns.</p><p><strong>Global celebration</strong></p><p>Earth Day is now observed in over 193 countries, making it the world’s largest secular celebration.</p><p><strong>Clear and impactful</strong></p><p>As the global climate crisis intensifies, World Earth Day grows more important each year. It unites millions worldwide, offering a platform to raise awareness and work together on pressing issues like global warming, pollution, and deforestation.</p><p><strong>Popular quotes on Earth Day</strong> </p><p>"<em>The Earth is what we all have in common</em>." <strong>Wendell Berry</strong></p><p>"<em>We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children</em>." <strong>Native American Proverb</strong></p><p>"<em>One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between man and nature shall not be broken</em>." <strong>Leo Tolstoy</strong></p><p>"<em>The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share</em>." <strong>Lady Bird Johnson</strong></p><p>"<em>What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another</em>." <strong>Mahatma Gandhi</strong></p><p>“<em>At GHCL, our green energy transition is central to our strategy. By 2030, we aim to reduce carbon emissions by 30%, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable manufacturing and renewable energy. We believe industrial growth must align with environmental responsibility." </em><strong>RS Jalan, MD, GHCL</strong></p>
